Maldives Hotels - Maldives hotels are dotted all over the various atolls. Information on hotels from Lhaviyani atoll hotels, Male hotels north and south, Ari atoll hotels, Baa atoll and other Maldives hotels. There is also a tsunami Maldives page to give you a rough idea on what hotels are still up and running.
The Baa Atoll page gives extended details of the baa atoll in the maldives with access to further information, prices and bookings for the Royal Island, Coco Palm, Reethi Beach and Soneva Fushi resorts.
The French ship "Corbin" was wrecked on Fulhadhoo in Goidhoo Atoll in 1602. It was here that Pyrard de Laval, the
famous French explorer who was on board, had his first experience of the Maldives.
Until late 1998 this atoll to the
north of Male Atoll was home to just a single resort.
The administrative region of Baa Atoll is comprised of two
geographical atolls. The small Goidhoo Atoll also known as Horsburgh Atoll to the south, is also part of the
administrative region of Baa Atoll.
The population of the atoll is about 10,000 spread out over ten of the islands
out of a total of 50. Five are tourist resorts. The rest lie "deserted", their vegetation untouched and beaches
rarely trodden. Many of them are used for excursions by resorts in the atoll. The reefs of the Baa Atoll are in pristine
condition, and whether you are a diver or snorkeller the unspoilt natural beauty of the atoll is readily apparent.
One of the secrets of Baa Atoll is the large numbers of mantas and whale sharks that visit the atoll, during the
southwest monsoon especially from May to July. Resorts in Baa Atoll offer transport from the airport by seaplane
and speedboat, however due to the distance involved seaplane is the more convenient option. The main occupation
of the people of the Baa Atoll is tuna fishery, however some of the islands are well known for their skilled craftsmen.
Most of the lacquer ware you see for sale in the souvenir shops and resort boutiques are the work of the people of
Thulhaadhoo although the main occupation of the people of the island is fishing. Eydhafushi, the capital island was
famous for it "feyli" weaving - a wraparound skirt for women.
Royal Island Resort - The Royal Island Resort page features extended details of this luxury accommodation and facilities with access to online prices and booking arrangements for the Royal Island Resort
Coco Palm Resort Maldives - The Coco Palm Resort Maldives page gives detailed information about the Coco Palm resort Maldives with access to additional online information, prices and bookings.
Reethi Beach Resort
Nestled amidst lush vegetation and shaded by graceful palm trees, Reethi Beach opened its doors on 2nd November 1998. Its
unique local architecture blends with the natural beauty of the island creating an eco-friendly environment. Surrounded
by a white sandy beach and crystal clear water you will feel to be in paradise. Only 15% of the total land areaon Baa Atoll
has been
built up.
This gives their guests a great privacy and a feeling of nature with comfort and style. Surrounded by uninhabited
islands, Reethi Beach offers its guests a unique opportunity to discover those islands, as they are exclusively
held by Reethi Beach.
If you wish to simply relax and unwind, there are isolated stretches of inviting white sandy beaches and gentle
waves of the lagoon to massage your stress away. For the more energetic there is a wide variety of recreation
facilities, or perhaps you would prefer to socialize with newly made friends in the charming ambience of the main bar,
or tease your taste buds with flavours from round the world in one of our restaurants ... mmm lovely
Soneva Fushi, in the North Baa Atoll region of the Maldives, is the ultimate island experience. A little off the
beaten track, the adventure begins with a thirty-minute seaplane journey from Male'.
Just sixty-five residences on an island surrounded by a coral lagoon. A community offering "Intelligent Luxury"
in which guests can do a host of activities, or nothing at all. Furnishings that reflect the rustic theme of a
designer tropical escape. Dining diversities that range from simple barbecues to gourmet feasts - and an amazing
wine cellar.
Ramble through nature with discovery excursions on the resort island and neighboring island villages on Baa Atoll and all the
while, soft white sand underfoot. Then there is the wonderful Six Senses Spa, offering a menu of rejuvenating,
pampering and holistic wellness treatments to calm mind and body.
Excellent diving opportunities are supported by a professional dive school. A superb eco-journey for families and
couples, who often return each year to share memories with people who enjoy the same values. Stay for a week or
stay for two, and prepare to be spoiled.
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